KAAC Handloom & Textiles (Hills) Recruitment 2026: 23 Grade-III & Grade-IV Posts

Published on 30 October 2026 · Source: KAAC Central Selection Board Advertisement No. KAAC/CSB/H&T/Pt.1/2026-27/08, dated 28-10-2026

KEY DETAILS OF THE RECRUITMENT
Organization Name
Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC)
Conducting Body
Central Selection Board, KAAC, Diphu
Department
Joint Director of Handloom & Textiles (Hills), Diphu
Total Post
23 (18 Grade-III + 5 Grade-IV)
Mode of Application
Offline (Standard Form, Part-IX Assam Gazette)
Opening Date
29 October 2026
Last Date
21 November 2026, 5:00 PM
Eligibility
Permanent residents of Karbi Anglong & West Karbi Anglong only
Advertisement Date
28 October 2026

KAAC Handloom & Textiles Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Central Selection Board of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council has published an advertisement for 23 vacant sanctioned Grade-III and Grade-IV posts under the establishment of the Joint Director of Handloom & Textiles (Hills), Diphu. The advertisement was issued on 28 October 2026 with prior approval from KAAC and legacy data approval from the Hill Areas Department.

The posts range from technical roles such as Master Weaver and Demonstrator to clerical and supervisory posts such as Junior Assistant (LDA) and Junior Inspector/Auditor (Coop), along with Grade-IV posts like Peon, Jugali, Night Chowkidar and Chowkidar. Only candidates who are permanent residents of Karbi Anglong or West Karbi Anglong district can apply. Applications are accepted offline in the Standard Form.

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Published28 October 2026
Starting Date Apply29 October 2026
Last date21 November 2026, till 5:00 PM
Age calculation cut-off date01 January 2026
Written examination / interview datesTo be notified by the Central Selection Board

Age Limit

The advertisement says the age limit and any age relaxation will be as prescribed by the applicable KAAC/Government rules and the conditions approved for this recruitment. The cut-off date for determining age is 1 January 2026. No minimum or maximum figure is printed in the notice, so check the KAAC service rules or the final notice before applying.

Vacancy Details & Pay Scales

Post NameCategoryTotal VacanciesScale of Pay
Master Weaver, H&TGrade-III01PB-2 ₹14,000–70,000 + GP ₹8,700
Junior Inspector/Auditor (Coop), H&TGrade-III06PB-2 ₹14,000–70,000 + GP ₹7,600
Demonstrator, H&TGrade-III08PB-2 ₹14,000–70,000 + GP ₹6,200
Junior Assistant (LDA)Grade-III03PB-2 ₹14,000–70,000 + GP ₹6,200
PeonGrade -IV01PB-1 ₹12,000–52,000 + GP ₹3,900
JugaliGrade -IV01PB-1 ₹12,000–52,000 + GP ₹3,900
ChowkidarGrade -IV01PB-1 ₹12,000–52,000 + GP ₹3,900
Night ChowkidarGrade -IV02PB-1 ₹12,000–52,000 + GP ₹3,900
Grand Total Post23

Reservation: The advertisement does not publish a category-wise or PwBD breakup. It states that the number of vacancies is subject to verification of sanctioned/retained posts and the reservation roster, and that the Board may revise the vacancy position if required.

Education Qualification

Master Weaver, H&T
HSLC / Matriculation passed from a recognised Board, with at least 10 years’ experience in weaving and knowledge of preparatory designing, including operation of Dobby, Jacquard and Drawboy attachments. Post-specific service rules prevail.
Junior Inspector/Auditor (Coop), H&T
Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce from a recognised University with a 6-month Computer Diploma.
Demonstrator, H&T
HSLC or equivalent examination passed, along with a two-year Certificate Course in Textile Technology or Handloom Technology from a recognised Institute, or a Certificate Course from the Handloom Training Institute of the Department of Handloom & Textiles, Assam.
Junior Assistant (LDA)
Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce from a recognised University with a 6-month Computer Diploma.
Peon / Jugali / Night Chowkidar / Chowkidar
Class VIII passed from a recognised institution, consistent with State Government advertisements for comparable Grade-IV posts. Applicable service rules and post-specific requirements prevail.

Permanent Residence Requirement for Apply the Post

Applicants must be permanent residents of Karbi Anglong or West Karbi Anglong district within KAAC jurisdiction. A valid document issued by a competent authority clearly establishing residence within KAAC jurisdiction must be submitted. The Board may call for verification of the original document.

Selection Process

  • Grade – III
    •  objective-type multiple-choice, following the broad pattern of State Government/SLRC Grade-III recruitment. Subjects include General Knowledge, General English, Reasoning/Aptitude, and History, Culture and Heritage of Assam and Karbi Anglong, as applicable
    • Computer Skill Test: for candidates who qualify in the written exam.
    • Viva-Voce/Interview: for candidates who qualify in the written exam.

The detailed syllabus, marks and duration will be notified by the Central Selection Board.

  • Grade-IV posts
    • Viva-Voce/Interview only.

The Board reserves the right to prescribe qualifying criteria and to modify the schedule or modalities in accordance with applicable rules and approved directions.

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General ₹ 20/-
ST/SC/OBC₹ 10/-

The fee is deposited through a KAAC Money Receipt, and the original receipt must be enclosed with the application. Applications without the prescribed fee receipt may be rejected. A candidate applying for more than one post must pay the fee and submit a separate form for each post.

General Instruction 6 of the notice adds that the application fee, if any, and the mode of payment will be specified in the final advertisement after confirmation of applicable KAAC orders. Keep an eye on official notice

How to Apply

Offline application. Last date: 21 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Download the Standard Form from Part-IX of the Assam Gazette, fill it in, sign it and attach self-attested documents.
Download to Your Standard Form for Apply
  1. Get the Standard Form published in Part-IX of the Assam Gazette.
  2. Fill in the form completely and sign it. Affix one recent passport-size photograph and self-attest it. Enclose a second photograph.
  3. Attach self-attested copies of all required certificates (see Documents Required below) and the original KAAC Money Receipt.
  4. Put the application in an envelope and write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ______” clearly on the front cover.
  5. Drop it in the drop box at the Central Selection Board office, KAAC Secretariat, Legislative Building, 3rd Floor, Diphu, during office hours on working days (not on official holidays), on or before 21 November 2026, 5:00 PM.

Address the application to:

The Member Secretary
Central Selection Board
Legislative Building, KAAC Secretariat, 3rd Floor
Diphu, Karbi Anglong, Assam – 782460

Registered/Speed Post submission is allowed only if permitted in the final notice, under instructions to be issued by the Board.

Important Document Required

  1. Recent passport-size photograph and signature
  2. Proof of age
  3. Educational and professional qualification certificates/mark sheets relevant to the post
  4. Experience certificate, where required (notably Master Weaver)
  5. Computer certificate, where required (Junior Inspector/Auditor, Junior Assistant)
  6. Permanent residence proof within KAAC jurisdiction
  7. Caste/category certificate, where applicable
  8. Employment Exchange Registration Certificate, if required under applicable rules
  9. Original KAAC Money Receipt for the application fee
  10. Any other document specified in the final instructions

Terms & Conditions

  1. Candidates must satisfy themselves that they hold the required qualifications and experience before applying.
  2. Vacancies are subject to verification of sanctioned/retained posts, the reservation roster and applicable rules. The Board may revise the vacancy position
  3. Incomplete applications, applications without required documents, or applications received after the closing date may be rejected
  4. Any false statement, suppression of facts or forged document will lead to cancellation of candidature and may invite action under law.
  5. The decision of the Central Selection Board on selection matters is final, subject to applicable law and rules.
  6. Fee and payment mode, if any, will be specified in the final advertisement after confirmation of KAAC orders.

Links & Official Notification PDF

ResourceLink
Official Notification PDFDownload Official Notice
KAAC Official WebsiteVisit Here
Download Apply Standard FormDownload Now

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for KAAC Handloom & Textiles recruitment 2026?

Ans-The last date is 21 November 2026 up to 5:00 PM. Applications open on 29 October 2026.

How many vacancies are there?

Ans- There are 23 posts in total: 18 Grade-III (Master Weaver 1, Junior Inspector/Auditor (Coop) 6, Demonstrator 8, Junior Assistant (LDA) 3) and 5 Grade-IV (Peon 1, Jugali 1, Night Chowkidar 2, Chowkidar 1).

Is the application online or offline?

Ans- Offline. Submit the Standard Form from Part-IX of the Assam Gazette, with documents, in the drop box at the Central Selection Board office, KAAC Secretariat, Diphu.

Who can apply?

Ans- Only permanent residents of Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts, with valid proof of residence from a competent authority

What is the application fee?

Ans- ₹10 for ST/SC/OBC and ₹20 for General candidates, paid via KAAC Money Receipt. The notice also says fee and payment mode will be confirmed in the final advertisement.

What is the age limit?

Ans- The notice does not print exact limits. Age is calculated as on 1 January 2026, with limits and relaxation as per applicable KAAC/Government rules.

Disclaimer: This post is compiled from the official advertisement for reader convenience. Please verify all details against the original notice and any final instructions from the KAAC Central Selection Board before applying.

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